Paytm Share Price Today, May 13: Shares of One97 Communications, the parent firm of Paytm, fell nearly 4% in early trade on Tuesday as Chinese investor Antfin offloaded a significant portion of its stake through a massive block deal.
According to market data, Antfin (Netherlands) Holding B.V., which held a 9.85% stake in Paytm as of the March 2025 quarter, has sold about 4.1% of its equity—translating to nearly 1.70 crore shares—via block deals worth around ₹2,200 crore. This large trade caused Paytm’s share price to slip sharply in the opening session.
At 9:20 AM, Paytm shares were trading at ₹839.70 on the NSE, down from the previous close of ₹866.05. The block deal was reportedly executed at a floor price of ₹809.75 per share, representing a discount of nearly 6.4% from Monday’s closing price.
Key Highlights:
- Paytm share price dropped 4% to ₹830.55 in early morning trade.
- Antfin sold approximately 4.1% stake worth ₹2,200 crore through block deals.
- Floor price of ₹809.75 per share set for the block deal.
- Investment banks Goldman Sachs and Citigroup acted as placement agents for the transaction.
Antfin, an affiliate of Alibaba Group, has been gradually reducing its holding in Paytm. The latest stake sale reduces its holding from 9.85% to around 5.75%, signaling a continued exit strategy.
Paytm Q4 Results FY25
The sell-off comes shortly after Paytm declared its Q4 FY25 results. The fintech company reported a consolidated net loss of ₹540 crore, slightly lower than the ₹550 crore loss in the same period last year. However, excluding one-time exceptional items, Paytm’s net loss was only ₹23 crore—bringing it closer to breakeven.
The exceptional charges of ₹522 crore included ₹492 crore related to accelerated ESOP expenses. Notably, this charge was linked to founder Vijay Shekhar Sharma, who voluntarily surrendered his ESOPs this quarter, demonstrating a strategic move to improve future profitability.
Stock Performance
Despite today’s drop, Paytm shares have performed well in recent months:
- Up 1.9% in the last five sessions
- Up 2.7% in the past month
- Gained 15% over the last six months
- Delivered a stellar 151% return in the past year
Market experts believe that while the block deal may create short-term selling pressure, Paytm’s operational metrics are improving. The move towards profitability and reduced ESOP expenses are viewed positively by analysts. Investors are advised to monitor Paytm’s upcoming quarters closely, especially with a focus on its path to profitability and continued reduction in promoter and foreign holdings.